Ninox novaseelandiae, morepork
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Ninox novaseelandiae, morepork
Ff. 39. Watercolour painting by George Forster (1773) annotated Strix fulva and made during Captain James Cooks second voyage to explore the southern continent (1772-75)
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1754 1794 18th Century Adventure Bird Of Prey Captain Cook Captain James Cook Cook Discovery Exploration Forster Johann George Adam Johann George Adam Forster Perched Perching Prey Sauropsid Sauropsida Second Strigiformes Ninox
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This stunning watercolor painting by George Forster, titled "Ff. 39," depicts the morepork owl, Ninox novaeseelandiae, perched on a branch. The artwork was created during Captain James Cook's second voyage of exploration to discover the southern continent, between the years 1772 and 1775. Forster, a naturalist on the expedition, meticulously documented the various flora and fauna they encountered, and this illustration is a testament to his keen observational skills. The morepork, also known as the ruru or the native owl of New Zealand, is a member of the Strigiformes order, which includes birds of prey known as owls. This nocturnal predator is well-adapted to its role as a hunter, with large, forward-facing eyes that enable it to see in the dark, and a keen sense of hearing that helps it locate prey. Forster initially identified this bird as Strix fulva, but it is now classified as Ninox novaeseelandiae. The painting is an impressive example of the naturalistic style of the 18th century, with intricate details that bring the morepork's features to life. The artist, Johann Georg Adam Forster, was a skilled naturalist and artist in his own right, and his collaboration with Captain Cook on this expedition resulted in a significant body of work that advanced the scientific understanding of the natural world. This painting is a reminder of the spirit of adventure and discovery that characterized the Age of Exploration, and the important role that natural history played in documenting the new lands and species that were encountered. Today, it serves as an enduring record of the natural beauty and diversity of the world, and a reminder of the importance of continuing to explore and learn about the natural world around us.
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